Konstakademien: visiting guide
Konstakademien (The Royal Swedish Academy of Fine Arts) sits on Fredsgatan 12, a short walk from Kungsträdgården, behind one of the most recognisable facades in central Stockholm. If you’ve spent a summer in the city, you may already know the building from the outside. For years, the broad stone staircase and front terrace hosted F12 … Read more
Riksidrottsmuseum: visiting guide
Riksidrottsmuseum sits in the Gärdet area, tucked near the Maritime Museum (Sjöhistoriska museet), the Museum of Technology (Tekniska museet), the Museum of Ethnography (Etnografiska museet), and the Police Museum (Polismuseet). It doesn’t have the same profile as the Vasa Museum or ABBA The Museum, but it has something those museums don’t: free entry, and a … Read more
Allemansrätten: Sweden’s “right to roam”
If you spend any time outdoors in Sweden, you’re already benefiting from something called Allemansrätten. It’s often translated as “the right of public access”, and it’s a big part of how people here use and think about nature. In simple terms, it means you’re allowed to move freely through the countryside, even when the land … Read more
ABBA The Museum – visitor guide and impressions
ABBA The Museum is located on Djurgården in Stockholm, and draws visitors of all ages. It’s one of the city’s most popular attractions, so booking in advance is strongly recommended, especially during weekends and holidays. The museum is part of Pop House Stockholm and offers a mix of music history, nostalgia, and interactive experiences celebrating … Read more
Fotografiska
Fotografiska in Stockholm is a contemporary center for photography and visual art, offering continuously changing exhibitions rather than a traditional museum’s fixed collection. Housed in the historic Art Nouveau–style Stora Tullhuset building on Stadsgårdkajen in Södermalm, it combines world‑class photo art with panoramic views over Djurgården. The space spans four levels filled with gallery rooms, … Read more
12 hidden statues in Stockholm you might have missed
Stockholm has plenty of classic statues tied to the city’s history, plus modern monuments that lean more toward public art or celebrate well-known people. But there’s also a third category: smaller, quirkier sculptures. They’re not trying to impress you from a distance, but they often have a lot of heart, and sometimes a quiet sense … Read more
A visitor’s guide to the tallest buildings in Stockholm
While Stockholm’s charm often comes from its old streets and waterfront views, the city also has striking towers and modern skyscrapers. Some are loved, others debated, but all of them leave an impression on the skyline. These are some of the tallest buildings you’ll see across Stockholm. Kaknäs Tower Kaknäs Tower (Kaknästornet) is Stockholm’s tallest … Read more
Exploring Stockholm’s Viking heritage: Sites and museums to visit
The Vikings are never far from mind when you think about Scandinavia, and Stockholm is a good place to dive into their history. From museums and archaeological sites to rune stones hidden in the city streets, there are plenty of ways to explore this part of Sweden’s past. The Viking Museum The Viking Museum on … Read more
Lesser known museums in Stockholm worth visiting
Stockholm has no shortage of major museums, but if you’re looking for something a bit different, there are plenty of smaller or more unusual options worth exploring. These places often focus on a single theme, person, or slice of history, and visiting them can give you a fresh perspective on Swedish culture. 1 Small and … Read more
Swedish Museum of Natural History and Cosmonova in Stockholm
The Swedish Museum of Natural History is one of the largest museums in Sweden. The museum is in a grand early 20th-century building next to Stockholm University. It’s a popular destination for families and offers two floors of permanent and temporary exhibitions. The main attractions are the impressive dinosaur skeletons and fossils. The museum also … Read more
